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DNA link cracks 2024 armed burglary case
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comCHARLOTTE – A Charlotte man has been taken into custody in Mecklenburg County in association to an Anson County home invasion from December of 2024.
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Wadesboro man arrested for trespassing and stealing
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comWADESBORO – A Wadesboro man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities say he trespassed, broke into a residence and committed a larceny.
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Domestic charges against Wadesboro Mayor Pro Tem dropped
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comWADESBORO – All charges against the Wadesboro Mayor Pro Tem have been dismissed as related to a domestic situation from early May.
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Student athletes recognized at Board of Education meeting
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comWADESBORO – Anson County Schools recognized athletes in the school system at the May 18 Board of Education meeting.
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Community members voice concerns over recent dismissals
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comWADESBORO – Residents of Anson County have been questioning the recent staffing changes of the Anson County Board of Elections, asking for clarification of fairness and transparency.
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Anson County Arrests
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comANSON COUNTY — A Wadesboro man is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after authorities said he stole a firearm, unlawfully concealed said firearm, possessing drugs and trafficking drugs.
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Anson County Health Department to host Christmas in July event
Staff reportANSON COUNTY – The Anson County Health Department will host a “Christmas in July” event Thursday, July 23, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., giving residents a festive experience while also taking care of their health needs.
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Arrests made in connection to assault at Anson Inn
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comWADESBORO – A Wadesboro man and Rockingham woman have both been arrested in connection to a violent assault that occurred at the Anson Inn.
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SUN Bucks program to help feed families during summer
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comRALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), North Carolina Department of Instruction (NCDPI), and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) are working together to help feed children during the summer.
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Click It or Ticket campaign launched for Memorial Day
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comNORTH CAROLINA — As Memorial Day approaches, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program has launched its annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign across the state.
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Ansonia Theater hosts “Anson’s Got Talent”
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comWADESBORO – The Ansonia Theatre celebrated local talent by hosting Anson’s Got Talent, where 16 contestants had the opportunity to showcase their talents, with Josiah Ellerbe, a 16-year-old singer, crowned the winner.
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Anson County celebrates National Small Business Week
By Monica Shelton mshelton@cmpapers.comANSON COUNTY — The Anson County Chamber of Commerce recently announced National Small Business Week, which is May 3-9.















